Cultural & Political Analyst; Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute; Bestselling Author; Documentary Filmmaker

Gig Harbor, WA, USA

Christopher F. Rufo Biography

Christopher F. Rufo is a senior fellow and director of the initiative on critical race theory at the Manhattan Institute and a contributing editor at City Journal. Rufo is recognized for his writing and research on critical race theory, gender ideology, homelessness, addiction, and urban decline. His work has appeared in major media outlets such as Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post, and Fox News, and he is a regular guest on national television, contributing to public discourse as a commentator on social and political issues.

Rufo’s activism and scholarship have influenced public policy, including inspiring a presidential executive order and legislative action in several states addressing critical race theory in public institutions. He has collaborated with lawmakers on policy development and has served as a trustee of New College of Florida, where he has supported efforts to advance classical liberal arts education. As an author, his book "America’s Cultural Revolution" became a New York Times bestseller, establishing his role in discussions on cultural and political topics.

In addition to his policy work, Rufo is a documentary filmmaker, having directed four films for PBS, Netflix, and international television, including "America Lost," which examines challenges in three American cities.

He holds degrees from Georgetown University and Harvard University and has received honors including the Bradley Prize and awards from Hillsdale College and other organizations. Rufo’s public speaking, media presence, and policy expertise have positioned him as a significant figure in American cultural and political analysis.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/17/2025.

Christopher F. Rufo Videos

Panel on Executive Power and Governance | Christopher F. Rufo

Panel on Executive Power and Governance | Christopher F. Rufo

In the debut episode of Project Cosmos, Christopher Rufo, Patrick Deneen, Christopher Caldwell, Curtis Yarvin, and Johnny Burtka (President of ISI)...

Podcast Interview on Culture Wars | Christopher F. Rufo

Podcast Interview on Culture Wars | Christopher F. Rufo

Christopher F. Rufo is a writer, filmmaker, activist, and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. He's also a Contributing Editor of "City...

Interview on Defeating Radical Ideologies | Christopher F. Rufo

Interview on Defeating Radical Ideologies | Christopher F. Rufo

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Christopher Rufo, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and author of the book "America's Cultural...

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